Associate Director of Development

About the role

The Associate Director of Development (ADOD) plays a key role in advancing Epiphany School’s fundraising strategy, with primary responsibility for leading the Annual Fund and special events that raise operating support, the alumni program and philanthropy analytics. The ADOD will carry a portfolio and engage prospects for leadership gifts to the Annual Fund and select major gift and capital campaign initiatives. The ADOD is a critical partner to the Director of Development (DOD) and Head of School in all philanthropy work, overseeing comprehensive annual giving programs and building strong, long-term relationships with donors, volunteers, and school leadership to support the school’s mission and strategic priorities. 

The ideal candidate brings a passion for education, a proven ability to build trust and rapport with donors, parents, alumni, and community members, and is a strategic, hands-on fundraiser with a demonstrated ability to effectively set strategy and execute plans, grow revenue, manage teams, and deliver exceptional donor experiences. The ADOD leverages data, analytics, and best practices in donor engagement to meet annual fundraising goals and strengthen Epiphany School’s culture of philanthropy across admissions, families, donors, and stewardship efforts. 

This is a full-time, exempt, year-round, administrator position reporting to the Director of Development and will supervise the Events & Community Engagement Manager, Annual Giving & Alumni Manager, partner closely with the Development Services Manager. 

Location & Schedule

This is an on-campus position located in the Madrona neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. Evening and weekend work is required, including local travel for donor meetings and fundraising events. 

Standard school operating hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Weekly staff meetings are held on Wednesdays from 4:00–5:00 p.m. 

What you'll do

Annual Giving & Alumni Initiatives  

• Primary responsibility for leading the team and reaching revenue targets totaling $1 Million+ per year. 

• Lead a data-driven strategy for the Annual Fund campaign and spring fundraising event, including direct mail, digital fundraising, and year-end appeals. 

• Partner with the Director of Development to develop and execute annual and long-range fundraising goals for Epiphany School. 

• Recruit, train, and support the Annual Fund Committee and Spring Fundraiser Committee, engaging 20+ volunteers across multiple constituencies. 

• Develop and implement strategies for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship related to the Annual Fund, spring fundraiser, and capital campaign. 

• Create solicitation materials, appeal letters, and donor acknowledgements in partnership with the Development Services Manager. 

• Build an operating plan to grow a comprehensive alumni engagement program, strengthening long-term relationships. 

• Plan and execute alumni programs, events (including reunions), and communications, including a biannual alumni newsletter. 

• Collaborate with the Director of Development, Major Gift Officer, and Campaign Manager to ensure donor outreach is coordinated, strategic, and effective. 

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